TWIC Card Required – Port Security Officer
TWIC Card Required – Port Security Officer
Location: Chicago, IL – South Side
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday 5:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour
We are hiring professional and dependable Port Security Officers for a secure port facility on Chicago’s South Side. This is a full-time, steady-schedule opportunity for experienced security professionals who thrive in controlled access environments.
IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT
Active TWIC Card REQUIRED for consideration (applicants with strong relevant security experience who are willing to obtain a TWIC card may be considered for TWIC reimbursement assistance.)
Required Qualifications
- Active TWIC Card
- Active Illinois PERC Card
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Strong communication and report-writing skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to follow post orders and site procedures consistently
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous gate access, port, warehouse, logistics, or industrial security experience
- 20-Hour Unarmed Security Training Certificate
- Valid driver’s license
Responsibilities
- Monitor and control access to the facility
- Verify credentials and authorize entry for employees, visitors, and vendors
- Conduct routine interior and exterior patrols
- Complete detailed incident and activity reports
- Respond professionally to incidents and emergencies
- Maintain a secure and safe environment at all times
What We Offer
- Full-time weekday schedule
- Stable work environment
- Opportunity for long-term employment
- TWIC reimbursement assistance for qualified candidates
We are looking for officers who are reliable, alert, professional, and comfortable working independently in a regulated port environment.
IL #122-001049
IL #123.000460